Intervalometer.  Looks like this. Make sure you get one that suits your camera model.  Some cameras may have this feature but it will be easier to set things up using an external intervalometer.  This is needed for star trails and timelapse photography.

Sufficient memory cards.  Each card should be at least 16 GB.

USB keys with large storage space to transfer or store your images to free up space on the memory cards.

Extra Camera batteries, charger and socket adaptors.  Indonesia uses a mix of U.S. and European sockets.

Photography backpacks and should have a 'All Weather' protection option.  It is a sheet that is intergrated into the camera bag that easily slips off to cover the bag. Looks like this.  This protects the equipment if it rains and especially dust which we will encounter quite alot in Indonesia.

Polarizer filter.  Looks like this.  Make sure you get one that fits your lens.

Zip lock bags to protect your equipment from dust, moisture and condensation.

Flashlights with a preference for those that be mounted over your head, leaving your hands free to handle equipment and walk freely in the dark.

• DSLR camera or a very high spec hybrid or mirrorless camera.
• Wide angle to normal zoom lens,  at least 24/70 mm on a full frame sensor, the equivalent on cropped (1.5x) sensors are 17 or 18-55mm.  Long tele zoom lens - 70/200mm (or longer) the equivalent on cropped sensors are 55-200mm.  Zooms like 28-300 (18-200/300 for 1.5x or 18-105/135 for 1.5x) will be fine for general photography.
• Highly recommended a fixed 24mm (about 17mm for cropped 1.5X) f2,8 or wider.   They will be indispensable if you plan on getting star trials, the Milky Way (if we are lucky), time lapses and general landscapes.  Zooms are ok but you will have better results with fixed lenses for photographing the stars.
• Intervalometer.  Looks like this. Make sure you get one that suits your camera model.  Some cameras may have this feature but it will be easier to set things up using an external intervalometer.  This is needed for star trails and timelapse photography.
• Sufficient memory cards.  Each card should be at least 16 GB.
• USB keys with large storage space to transfer or store your images to free up space on the memory cards.
• Extra Camera batteries, charger and socket adaptors.  Indonesia uses a mix of U.S. and European sockets.
• Photography backpacks and should have a 'All Weather' protection option.  It is a sheet that is intergrated into the camera bag that easily slips off to cover the bag.  Looks like this.  This protects the equipment if it rains and especially dust which we will encounter quite alot in Indonesia.

• Laptop with the latest Lightroom and photoshop installed for editing and viewing.
• Fixed 50mm.
• A square graduated ND filter. Looks like this. (size should be larger than your camera lens).  There are workaround ways if you prefer not to invest in one.
• A few extra lens and body caps incase you lose them along the way.
• While it is generally dry season, consider other alternatives to weather-proof and dust protection for your equipment
• An external flash unit.
• A basic camera cleaning kit.

Indonesia is generally dry, warm and humid during the period of July-August. Usual casual holiday wear is acceptable.  The Indonesian culture is conservative, Come prepared with some conservative clothing not showing bare shoulders and ankles as they may offend the locals, some temples and locations may refuse entry.  Most places will offer or rent appropriate dressing attires.

Must haves :

• A waterproof outer jacket in case we encounter rain.
• Sweaters to keep warm during early mornings. Scarfs are useful to keep warm and to cover your face and respiratory system from dust.  Tip -  Come with old clothing and give them away while travelling.  This leaves more space later for souvenirs ;-)
• A good pair of comfortable trekking shoes and flip flops.
• Mosquito repellent.
• Sunscreen and sunglasses.
• Some conservative clothing.
• And that's it!  Needless to say, come with summer and beach wear.

• Indonesia accommodations are affordable and good value.
• Boat accommodation are simple and comfortable.  At night the deck will be transformed into a dormitory by the boat crew! You will have an individual mattress and mosquito net. Cold showers... Keep showers short and soap usage to a minimal to avoid polluting the river that animals drink from.
• Meals on the boat are guaranteed delicious!  We can cater to vegetarian meals only but cannot accommodate vegan or gluten free or other special requests. 
• With the exception of personal headphones. a 'no music policy' will be applied during the boat trip and at the karst mountain region.
• International driving license if you plan to rent scooters or motobikes later in Bali.  Rental shops will not check but the police may.  Without one, you risk a big fine (or rather an unoffical pay-off).
• Mosquito repellents if you are sensitive.
• Indonesia is generally dry, warm and humid during the period of July-August.  Usual casual holiday wear is acceptable.  As the Indonesian culture is conservative, do come prepared with some conservative clothing not showing bare shoulders and ankles as some temples and locations may refuse entry.

• Develop core photography competence.
• Understand landscape, night. people and street photography.
• Work with long exposures and capturing star trails.
• Effective composition tips.
• Shoot great travel photographs.
• Manage challenging light situations and using available light.
• Create panoramic images.
• Other image editing & processing techniques of with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
• People interaction skills in spontaneous situations & street photography.